NaNoWriMo is short for National Novel Writing Month, and takes place annually from November 1-30. During this time, writers can challenge themselves to write a novel (50,000 words or more) before the month is through. On their [http://www.nanowrimo.org website], writers can register for NaNoWriMo and have access to lots of great resources including coaches, reminders, word counts, and more, and can also get in touch with their local writing communities. Below, check out some of the books NaNoWriMo.org recommends for getting you through your 30-day novel!

NaNoWriMo is short for National Novel Writing Month, and takes place annually from November 1-30. During this time, writers can challenge themselves to write a novel (50,000 words or more) before the month is through. On their [http://www.nanowrimo.org website], writers can register for NaNoWriMo and have access to lots of great resources including coaches, reminders, word counts, and more, and can also get in touch with their local writing communities. Below, check out some of the books NaNoWriMo.org recommends for getting you through your 30-day novel!

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===2016 NaNoWriMo Events at JMRL===

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===2017 NaNoWriMo Events at JMRL===

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*'''Tricks of the Writing Trade: Finding and Maintaining Inspiration''' ''at the Central Library''

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:''Tuesday, October 24 at 7pm''

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:Whether you’re new to writing or ready to start a book-length project, having the right tools will help you get inspired and stay inspired over the long term. In this ninety-minute seminar with writer, editor, and writing coach Lisa Ellison, you’ll learn where to find inspiration and how to leverage your strengths as you work toward your writing goals. She’ll also share tips professional writers use to maintain motivation and meet deadlines that will help you thrive during NaNoWriMo.

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:Required registration begins October 10. Register at this link.[https://www.jmrl.org/br-central.htm?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D124764243]

:Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month this year? Come to the library for the support of a regular weekly quiet space where you can get your daily word count in. Snacks & hot beverages provided. Join a nightly word sprint, partake of other encouragements, and meet other writers if you choose.

:Use our quiet space to write that novel, picture book, or poem that you always wanted to write. Coffee and writing resources provided.

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*'''NaNoWriMo Kickoff Party''' ''at the Crozet Library''

*'''NaNoWriMo Kickoff Party''' ''at the Crozet Library''

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:''Tuesday, November 1 between 6-8pm''

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:''Wednesday, November 1 from 6-8pm''

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:Head to the Crozet Library for motivation, resources to guide your writing, snacks, and coffee. Find a corner and hunker down, or meet other writers to hold yourself accountable. Experience WriMos will be on hand to answer all your questions. No experience writing is necessary.

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:Head to the Crozet Library for helpful techniques, motivation, and resources to get your writing challenge off to a great start. Find a corner and hunker down to focus, or challenge others to writing sprints. Come and go as you please. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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*'''Halfway Write In''' ''at the Crozet Library''

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*'''Come Write In: A NaNoWriMo Workspace''' ''at the Crozet Library''

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:''Monday, November 14 between 6-8pm

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:''Wednesdays in November: 8 & 15 from 6-8pm and 22 from 1-3pm''

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:Celebrate the almost-halfway point of your novel with some word sprints, snacks, and accountability. Feeling behind? Now's your chance to get caught up!

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:Make words happen at the Crozet Library! A quiet space, snacks, drinks, and encouragement are provided. Come and go as you please. Walk-ins are always welcome.

*'''Last Ditch Effort Party''' ''at the Crozet Library''

*'''Last Ditch Effort Party''' ''at the Crozet Library''

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:''Wednesday, November 30 between 6-8pm''

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:''Wednesday, November 29 from 6-8pm''

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:Join other writers in this last ditch effort to finish that novel. Snacks and coffee provided. If you're already done, come celebrate, pick up a congratulatory pin, and swap tales with other writers who have lived to tell the tale.

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:Join fellow writers in this last ditch effort to finish your November writing challenge. Snacks and drinks provided. If you’re nowhere near done, that’s okay; get as far as you can and celebrate your victory. If you’re already done, come pick up a prize and talk next steps. Come and go as you please. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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*'''NaNoWriMo Author Panel''' ''at the Gordon Avenue Library''

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:''Wednesday, November 16 at 7:00pm''

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:It’s National Novel Writing Month here at Gordon Avenue. Local authors will be here to answer any of your questions about the writing process and have a book signing.

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**Hannah Barnaby[http://www.hannahbarnaby.com/] (''Some of the Parts'')

NaNoWriMo at JMRL

NaNoWriMo is short for National Novel Writing Month, and takes place annually from November 1-30. During this time, writers can challenge themselves to write a novel (50,000 words or more) before the month is through. On their website, writers can register for NaNoWriMo and have access to lots of great resources including coaches, reminders, word counts, and more, and can also get in touch with their local writing communities. Below, check out some of the books NaNoWriMo.org recommends for getting you through your 30-day novel!

2017 NaNoWriMo Events at JMRL

Tricks of the Writing Trade: Finding and Maintaining Inspirationat the Central Library

Tuesday, October 24 at 7pm

Whether you’re new to writing or ready to start a book-length project, having the right tools will help you get inspired and stay inspired over the long term. In this ninety-minute seminar with writer, editor, and writing coach Lisa Ellison, you’ll learn where to find inspiration and how to leverage your strengths as you work toward your writing goals. She’ll also share tips professional writers use to maintain motivation and meet deadlines that will help you thrive during NaNoWriMo.

It’s National Novel Writing Month. Local authors will be here to answer any of your questions about the writing process and have a book signing.

NaNoWriMo Kickoff Partyat the Crozet Library

Wednesday, November 1 from 6-8pm

Head to the Crozet Library for helpful techniques, motivation, and resources to get your writing challenge off to a great start. Find a corner and hunker down to focus, or challenge others to writing sprints. Come and go as you please. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Come Write In: A NaNoWriMo Workspaceat the Crozet Library

Wednesdays in November: 8 & 15 from 6-8pm and 22 from 1-3pm

Make words happen at the Crozet Library! A quiet space, snacks, drinks, and encouragement are provided. Come and go as you please. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Last Ditch Effort Partyat the Crozet Library

Wednesday, November 29 from 6-8pm

Join fellow writers in this last ditch effort to finish your November writing challenge. Snacks and drinks provided. If you’re nowhere near done, that’s okay; get as far as you can and celebrate your victory. If you’re already done, come pick up a prize and talk next steps. Come and go as you please. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Writing Groups at JMRL

For Adults

Writing Critique at Central Library

Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesdays unless otherwise noted (please see the current schedule).

Improve your writing by getting feedback from your peers. Participants will bring copies of work previously written to share with peers, and will help constructively critique others work as well. No registration necessary. For more inquiries, email acox@jmrl.org or call 979.7151 x4.

For Teens

Join other teen writers every month to stretch the imagination with new techniques and diverse prompts that will inspire your creative writing process. Feel free to bring any of your writing with you and receive helpful feedback. Grades 7-12. Registration recommended. Drop-ins are always welcome.

Writing Resources:

Below you’ll find some writing resources that you can use to help inspire your writing:

Check out current and back issues of Writer’s Digest magazine electronically to your mobile device using Zinio and your JMRL Library Card. Or come into the Central or Gordon Avenue Library to read the most current issue, and bring home the back issues for later!

An inside look at the publishing industry that will help aspiring authors navigate the pitfalls that many aspiring authors have navigated. Learn how to work with agents, publishers, and critics, deal with rejection and success, and navigate traditional and self-publishing.

Publishing Market Resources

Note: Some items may not circulate. Check description in catalog to see if book is available for in-library use or for check-out. If “R” comes before call number, that indicates it is in the non-circulating reference collection.